Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare (Final Year Entry) (QA Only), BSc (Plumpton)

Ideal Course for Career Advancement

This top-up program offers a systematic understanding of key aspects of animal behavior and welfare, equipping students with coherent and detailed knowledge. Through varied subject delivery, it enables the development of arguments and problem-solving skills using cutting-edge ideas and techniques. Theory is applied to practical scenarios, fostering qualities and skills essential for employment or academia. Students enhance their analytical and critical skills to assess animal welfare and evaluate animal wellbeing through behavior assessment procedures. Focusing on various species, it explores the impact on animal behavior, welfare, and management industries.

Key Details:

- Complete an existing FD qualification in just one year

- Gain valuable work experience

- Benefit from strong industry connections in the Sussex area

Curriculum Overview (Full Time: Year 1):

Compulsory Modules:

- Research Project (30 credits)

- Animal Cognition and Neuroscience (30 credits)

- Animal Welfare and the Law (30 credits)

Optional Modules (choose 30 credits):

- Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling (15 credits)

- Human-Animal Interactions (15 credits)

- Contemporary Advances in Animal Behaviour (15 credits)

Learning Approach:

- Combination of scheduled learning and independent study

- Seminars and workshops for deeper topic understanding

- Class sizes: 15-20 for core modules, 10-15 for optional ones; smaller groups for practical sessions to ensure high animal welfare standards

Independent Learning:

Students develop independent working skills with support from module leaders and personal tutors. Expect a workload comparable to a full-time job, with each module representing 150 or 300 study hours.

Assessment:

Formal assessments contribute to final grades, with practice assignments to monitor progress.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates typically pursue roles in local authorities, government agencies, animal rescue centers, welfare organizations, and zoological organizations. Further study in postgraduate programs related to animal behavioral science and welfare is also a pathway.

Employability Support:

Impartial careers guidance is available via email at careers@plumpton.ac.uk.

Academic Support:

The Inclusive Learning and Development Department provides tailored support, including one-to-one sessions and exam access arrangements. The library offers over 8,000 books and access to online resources, enhancing the overall learning experience through dedicated learning technology support.